Visitors really like Marathon, especially its beaches, marina, and seafood. Enjoy fun activities like dolphin viewing and fishing. Plan a fun excursion to Florida Keys Country Club and Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center while here. You might find that sights like Sombrero Beach and Vaca Key are worth a visit.
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- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys — 3-star hotel in Marathon. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
- Hampton Inn Marathon - Florida Keys — 2.5-star hotel in Marathon. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon Florida Keys — 3-star hotel in Marathon. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Coconut Cay Resort & Marina — 3-star hotel in Marathon. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
- Kingsail Resort — 2-star hotel in Marathon. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
Apartments in Marathon
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marathon Florida KeysMarathon
$134
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
$130
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon Florida Keys
Courtyard by Marriott Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon Florida KeysMarathon
$135
$191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
$80
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
$85
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
$90
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
$69
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
$118
$183 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
$208
$294 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
$89
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
$89
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
$119
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
$98
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
$55
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
$159
$219 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
$104
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
$156
$223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
$207
$297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
$90
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Top neighborhoods in Marathon
Coral Lagoon
Coral Lagoon offers a private slice of Florida Keys paradise where the water becomes your personal playground. Canal-front vacation homes provide direct ocean access for fishing, boating, and paddleboarding right from your doorstep. The peaceful marina community feels worlds away from tourist crowds while still being close to Marathon's attractions like Sunset Park Beach and Sombrero Beach. Vacation rentals come with fully-equipped kitchens and private docks where you can tie up your boat after a day on the water. Most visitors rent cars to explore nearby Curry Hammock State Park or local seafood spots. The gentle sounds of lapping water and swaying palms create the perfect soundtrack for your Keys getaway.
Marathon Shores
Marathon Shores delivers laid-back Florida Keys living with waterfront views that'll make your friends jealous. Spend your days exploring Captain Hooks Marina, diving into crystal-clear waters, or checking out the Marathon Air Museum. When you need a breather, stroll along peaceful residential streets lined with colorful stilt houses and swaying palms. Seafood joints serve up fresh catches while small waterfront resorts and vacation rentals offer perfect sunset-watching perches. Getting around requires wheels—rent a car to properly explore both Atlantic and Gulf sides of this thin slice of paradise.
Little Venice
Little Venice in Marathon offers a slice of Florida Keys paradise with canal-lined streets and waterfront homes. Hop on a boat from a private dock or stroll along the water's edge to soak up tropical vibes. When you're ready to explore beyond the neighborhood, Captain Hooks Marina, Sunset Park Beach, and Coco Plum Beach await your discovery. Vacation rentals with screened porches and boat access dominate the accommodation scene here. A rental car is essential for reaching nearby restaurants and shops since this peaceful enclave stays primarily residential. The gentle sound of water lapping against docks creates the perfect soundtrack for your Keys getaway.
Farara Shores
Farara Shores delivers the dreamy Florida Keys experience without the tourist chaos. Stunning waterfront views greet you from both Gulf and Atlantic sides, perfect for morning paddleboarding or sunset strolls. Nearby attractions like Captain Hooks Marina offer diving adventures, while Sunset Park Beach and Crane Point Nature Center showcase the Keys' natural beauty. The neighborhood features stylish vacation homes with private docks and tropical landscaping. You'll need a rental car to explore Marathon's restaurants and shops since this peaceful residential area prioritizes tranquility over commercial conveniences. Water enthusiasts will love the crystal-clear swimming, snorkeling, and boating opportunities right outside your door.
Top landmarks in Marathon
Sombrero Beach
9.0/10 (2,464 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Sombrero Beach located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Marathon. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Sunset Park Beach.
Seven Mile Bridge
9.4/10 (3,266 reviews)
Seven Mile Bridge is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from central Marathon, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
Coco Plum Beach
8.2/10 (344 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Coco Plum Beach, located 5 mi (8.1 km) from central Marathon. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Sunset Park Beach.
Vaca Key
8.8/10 (411 reviews)
Vaca Key is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from central Marathon, why not stop by during your stay.
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The Turtle Hospital
9.2/10 (946 reviews)
If you'd like to get a taste of Marathon student life, check out The Turtle Hospital, located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from central Marathon. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
Curry Hammock State Park
8.8/10 (690 reviews)
Curry Hammock State Park is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from central Marathon, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is relaxing and has lots of nice beaches.
Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center
8.6/10 (237 reviews)
You can stroll along Captain Hooks Marina and Dive Center for relaxing water views when you're in Marathon Shores. If you carry on walking you'll get to Sunset Park Beach for some more water views.
Little Conch Key
8.8/10 (173 reviews)
Little Conch Key is 12.4 mi (20 km) from central Marathon, why not stop by during your stay.
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Forget the glitz of Key West - Marathon delivers the authentic Keys experience without the crowds. Sombrero Beach offers postcard-perfect sands where locals gather for sunset picnics. The Turtle Hospital provides tours where you'll meet recuperating sea turtles with personalities as distinct as their shell patterns. Kayak through mangrove tunnels that feel like secret passageways to another world. Seafood doesn't get fresher than the catch served at waterfront shacks where plastic forks are perfectly acceptable dining implements. Pigeon Key's historic buildings tell tales of the railroad that once connected these islands. For the best experience, rent bicycles and explore at the leisurely pace that defines Keys living.
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